2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (249 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Vue | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
